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R548 FOW

1998 Yamaha Vmax

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,747 mi
Last recorded44,747 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Vmax20,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR548 FOW
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 44,747 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 44,736 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 1,733 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 43,855 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 42,425 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 41,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 40,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 40,046 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 39,312 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 38,102 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 35,437 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 32,890 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 30,025 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 26,018 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 20,692 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?

Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
500
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 16
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R548 FOW is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 20,642 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Vmax fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R548 FOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Vmax typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R548 FOW registered?

R548 FOW is a 1998 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R548 FOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R548 FOW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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